SPRPA1-26-Q-WB14
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation at Philadelphia, PA is soliciting quotations for a CHUTE ASSEMBLY (NSN 7RH 1005-01-628-2892 ZR). This opportunity is a Small Business Set-Aside and is issued as a Request for Quotations (RFQ). The item is designated as a Critical Safety Item (CSI) and a Critical Application Item. Quotations are due by close of business on April 24, 2026.
Scope of Work
The primary requirement is for a "CHUTE ASSEMBLY" with NSN 7RH 1005-01-628-2892 ZR. Key requirements include:
- Packaging: Must comply with MIL-STD-2073 and MIL-STD-129 for marking.
- Quality: Critical Safety Items (CSI) clause DFARS 252.209-7010 and Contractor Business Systems clause DFARS 252.242-7005 are incorporated. Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001 or AS9100) and Calibration Standards (NCSL Z540.3 or ISO 10012) are required.
- Item Specifics: For "P-8/P-3 Platform" Commercial Items, offers must include current FAA certification documentation (FAA Form 8130-3 Air Worthiness Approval Tag). Offers from non-government-approved sources will be technically unacceptable. Distributors of approved sources must submit an authorized distributor letter. Only newly manufactured spares will be accepted; refurbished, remanufactured, or repaired items are not permitted.
- Other: Hazardous material identification and Material Safety Data Sheets are required. Configuration management and Requests for Variance (RFV) procedures are detailed.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Quotations (RFQ)
- Set-Aside: Small Business
- Delivery: Required within 90 days.
- Quotations Due: April 24, 2026 (by close of business).
- Published Date: April 21, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
Evaluation will consider past performance as more important than price. The government intends to make a single award to the eligible, responsible, technically acceptable offeror whose offer is most advantageous.
Additional Notes
The solicitation includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses covering aspects such as cybersecurity, trade agreements, small business representations, and payment instructions (WAWF). Foreign Military Sales (FMS) delivery and shipping instructions are also provided.